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i had a call vs i have a call

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I had a call' is used to talk about a past event, while 'I have a call' is used to talk about a current or future event. Therefore, the choice between the two depends on the timing of the call being referred to.

Last updated: March 22, 2024 • 5118 views

i had a call

This phrase is correct when referring to a past event, such as a phone call that already took place.

Use 'I had a call' when you want to talk about a phone call that occurred in the past.

Examples:

  • I had a call from my boss yesterday.
  • She had a call from her friend last night.

Alternatives:

  • I received a call
  • I got a call
  • I was on a call

i have a call

This phrase is correct when referring to a current or future event, such as a phone call that is happening now or will happen soon.

Use 'I have a call' when you want to talk about a phone call that is currently taking place or scheduled for the future.

Examples:

  • I have a call with the client at 3 p.m.
  • She has a call from the doctor in the morning.
  • I have a call from a D-block inmate.
  • Sergeant, I have a call from a Cindy Paulson for you.
  • Chief O'Brien, I have a call from your daughter.
  • I have a call for you on line two.
  • Skedatz, I have a call to make.
  • I have a call to make and you have a terrorist to kill... catch.
  • Excuse me, I have a call.
  • I have a call, it's from Mac Radner.
  • Claire, I have a call for you.
  • I have a call for you from Vics Biterbeck.
  • Ruby: I have a call for Walt from a Detective in South Dakota.
  • I have a call into his office in Denver.
  • Sheriff, I have a call into my lawyer.
  • First I have a call to make on the master builder.
  • Now, I have a call in one hour with the President.
  • I have a call in to a friend at the D.A.'s office.
  • I have a call in to the store's regional director because, as we all know, Florida does not require guns to be registered.
  • I have a call from Mr. Perry Smith in the Kansas correctional system.
  • Man: I have a call back in half an hour.
  • I have a call into an agent Jordan Zinman About a salvadoran named Hernan.

Alternatives:

  • I am on a call
  • I am having a call
  • I will have a call

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